How far is Barbourmeade, KY from Owensboro, KY?

Fastest route

The distance between Barbourmeade, Kentucky, and Owensboro, Kentucky, is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometers). The fastest route is via I-64 W and US-231 S, with an estimated travel time of 1 hour and 52 minutes.

Directions

  1. Head southwest on Barbourmeade Rd toward Barbour Ln. 🧭
  2. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Barbour Ln.
  3. Turn right onto Brownsboro Rd.
  4. Turn left to stay on Brownsboro Rd. Pass by U.S. Bank Branch (on the right in 0.6 mi). πŸš—
  5. Make a slight right toward Brownsboro Rd/Northfield Dr.
  6. Take a slight right onto Brownsboro Rd/Northfield Dr.
  7. Use the middle lane to turn left onto US-42/Brownsboro Rd. Use the right lane to merge onto I-264 E via the ramp to I-71. πŸ›£οΈ
  8. Follow I-64 W to US-231 S in Carter Township. Take exit 57A from I-64 W. Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 23B to merge onto I-71 S toward Louisville. Take exit 1A to merge onto I-64 W toward St. Louis. Entering Indiana. Take exit 57A to merge onto US-231 S toward Dale/Owensboro. πŸš™
  9. Continue on US-231 S. Drive to Allen St in Owensboro. Entering Kentucky. Take exit 21 for State Hwy 144 toward Downtown/Owensboro. Turn right onto KY-144 W/State Hwy 144 W. Turn left onto Triplett St. Turn right at the 3rd cross street onto E 5th St. 🏁

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸš— Consider using I-64 W and US-231 S for the fastest route.
  • πŸ•‘ Check traffic conditions before starting your journey.
  • πŸš™ Make sure to have sufficient fuel for the journey.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Carry a GPS or a reliable map to stay on the right track.
  • β˜• Take breaks during the drive to stay refreshed.
  • πŸ“± Keep your phone charged for emergency calls and navigation assistance.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the way.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
117.52 mi
01h 59m
Flight
89.77 mi
144.47 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
89.77 mi
Kilometers
144.47 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
117.52 mi
Kilometers
189.13 km
Drive Time
01h 59m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Owensboro
Sun, Apr 19, 8:32 AM CDT
Return by in Barbourmeade
Sun, Apr 19, 11:31 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Barbourmeade
2026-04-19T07:33
Arrive Owensboro
Sun, Apr 19, 9:32 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:59 AM to 10:59 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:32 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Barbourmeade
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Hawesville
KY

Human settlement in Hancock County, Kentucky, United States of America

From Barbourmeade
58.7 mi
00h 59m
To Owensboro
58.8 mi
00h 59m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62Β°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 15 mph NW
Destination
62Β°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 13 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Barbourmeade and Owensboro.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Barbourmeade and Owensboro.

  1. 1

    Start on Barbourmeade Road

    21 m Β· 6 sec Β· Barbourmeade Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Barbour Lane

    724 ft Β· 35 sec Β· Barbour Lane

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Brownsboro Road

    1.1 mi Β· 2 min Β· Brownsboro Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Seminary Drive

    156 m Β· 14 sec Β· Seminary Drive

  5. 5

    Continue on Seminary Drive

    64 m Β· 6 sec Β· Seminary Drive

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Brownsboro Road

    1.3 km Β· 2 min Β· Brownsboro Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Brownsboro Road

    139 m Β· 23 sec Β· Brownsboro Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Brownsboro Road

    92 m Β· 7 sec Β· Brownsboro Road

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right

    1223 ft Β· 30 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Henry Watterson Expressway

    1810 ft Β· 28 sec Β· Henry Watterson Expressway

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 71 South: Louisville

    2936 ft Β· 45 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight right

    4.8 mi Β· 6 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West: Saint Louis

    2994 ft Β· 1 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    4.3 mi Β· 6 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight right

    5.3 mi Β· 7 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    63.3 mi Β· 1 hr 9 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward US 231 South

    2113 ft Β· 52 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight left

    20.9 mi Β· 26 min

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right

    1.4 km Β· 2 min

  20. 20

    Turn right

    1.1 mi Β· 2 min

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Sycamore Street

    3.4 mi Β· 4 min Β· Sycamore Street

  22. 22

    Turn left

    8.2 mi Β· 11 min

  23. 23

    Continue on Owensboro Bridge

    3218 ft Β· 1 min Β· Owensboro Bridge

  24. 24

    Turn right onto East 3rd Street

    1383 ft Β· 1 min Β· East 3rd Street

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Frederica Street

    63 m Β· 3 sec Β· Frederica Street

  26. 26

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· Frederica Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Barbourmeade and Owensboro.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
26 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
4 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 64 West
73.5 mi Β· 63%
US 231 South
22.2 mi Β· 19%
I 71 South
5.32 mi Β· 5%
Sycamore Street
3.43 mi Β· 3%
Brownsboro Road
2.3 mi Β· 2%
Owensboro Bridge
0.61 mi Β· 1%
Longest Stretch

I 64 West

Continue straight

63.3 mi Β· 01h 09m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.7 mi
89.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hawesville
00h 59m from Barbourmeade
Leave By
2:32 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Barbourmeade and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Owensboro.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Barbourmeade to Owensboro?

The road trip is about 117.5 miles (189.1 km) and usually takes 01h 59m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Hawesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Barbourmeade and 58.8 miles from Owensboro.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 89.8 miles (144.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:32 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.65 one way or $31.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.9 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Barbourmeade and Owensboro, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Barbourmeade and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Owensboro.

Stop Ideas Near Hawesville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Hawesville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hawesville.

BUS

Evansville, IN

72 mi away
119 Northwest 6th Street
BUS

Madisonville, KY

87 mi away
4765 Hanson Road
BUS

Louisville, Kentucky

95 mi away
720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Barbourmeade and Owensboro. Straight-line distance: 89.77 mi (144.47 km).

Barbourmeade

#1 Barbourmeade

City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States

Population1,252
Coordinates38.2972900, -85.6032900
Altitude192
CountryUnited States
Owensboro

#2 Owensboro

The most populous city in Daviess County, Kentucky.

Population60,344
Coordinates37.7742200, -87.1133300
Altitude120
CountryUnited States
Start: Barbourmeade Road (-85.603358, 38.297383)
End: Frederica Street (-87.113495, 37.77421)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 189 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 56m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 57m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.15 gal
15.7 L Β· about $15.65
Round trip
$31.30
8.3 gal Β· 31.4 L
Estimated CO2
36.9 kg one way
Round trip: 73.8 kg / 163 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.65 $31.30
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.65 $35.30
Premium $4.65 $19.31 $38.63
Diesel $5.30 $22.01 $44.02

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Kentucky Β· Apr 19, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Barbourmeade, KY and Owensboro, KY. The current time in Barbourmeade is 07:33:02, although it is 06:33:02 in Owensboro.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.